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Pink Party

October 2009

Once again we got out the pink and partied up a storm! Thanks to Panera for providing delicious desserts and Mix 104.1 for spinning the tunes, we had a successful fundraiser for The Ellie Fund. A big thank you goes out to the local artists who came out and donated their great works for our raffle drawing and to the Philip Ciampa Salon for providing salon services. Most of all... thanks to all of you who joined us to raise money and awareness for The Ellie Fund. See you next year!

Libby Langdon Book Signing

September 2009

What a fun night we had as Libby Langdon, star of HGTV's, Small Space, Big Style, gave an inspiring presentation on decorating for small spaces. As we enjoyed a new wine called Patch Block, and nibbled on delicious snacks, Libby wowed us with her great secrets to making a room look and feel more spacious and inviting. Thanks to all who came and enjoyed the night. We really love celebrating design! Got an idea for a design event held at Circle? We'd love to hear about it. Email sarah@circlefurniture.com.

Danvers Art Opening - The Art of Decorative Placement, May 2009

On Thursday, May 7th, the Danvers Showroom hosted a spectacular art opening. Christine Celucci, from Circle, picked local North Shore artists to display their artwork at the showroom in various furniture "vignettes". The purpose of the vignettes was to create a "life-like" room to showcase artwork so guests could appreciate how the art and the furniture balance each other and create a space that feels alive and refreshing.

UMass Night, April 2009

On April 29th we were proud to host a "Women of Umass Alumni Night" where we were treated to a talk on "How UMass Leads the Way: Preparing Students (and All of Us) for Careers in the Green Economy". Dr. Peggi Clouston spoke about an innovative project she has been working on where she and her team designed and constructed a timber bridge. "The purpose of this project was to conceptually design, construct and non-destructively test a full-size pedestrian timber bridge. The bridge project was a tremendous success. The bridge is currently being used as a trail bridge by the Amherst Conservation Commission." All in all, the night was fun and informative!

Jazz Brunch, March 2009

On Sunday, March 29th, we celebrated the grand opening of our newest showroom in Pembroke with a snazzy jazz brunch. The Patrick Mottaz Trio performed to a full house while our own Jonathan Boyle cooked homemade waffles for all. Local businesses partnered with Circle in order to raise money for Pembroke Youth Baseball's "Field of Dreams". Thanks to all who joined us in our celebration.

Pink Party, October 2008

Our 3rd annual Pink Party was held on Thursday, October 16th at our Cambridge location. Our theme this year was "Girls Night Out" with free massages, makeovers, informal modeling and amazing raffle prizes. All proceeds went to The Ellie Fund, an organization that improves the health and welfare of women and their families undergoing breast cancer treatment in Massachusetts. Thanks to all who donated, attended and supported our night!

Rodman Ride for Kids, Foxboro MA

Since 2003, Team Circle Furniture has participated in the Rodman Ride for Kids, a bike ride raising funds for kids in need. Our team members rode either 100, 50, or 25 miles through Foxboro, MA.  Members of 08 Team Circle Furniture include Sarah Cooney, Harold Tubman, Ellen Lowre, Paula Narenkivickius, Kate Springfield, Richard Tubman, David Blume and Peggy Burns.

"Green with Envy": April 2009

In celebration of Earth Day, Circle threw a party at the Cambridge showroom to showcase their eco-friendly furniture lines. Gail Ravgiala, editor of Design New England, spoke about the new  "green" trends in design. Circle's own Martha Wells created an "eco-friendly" vignette for guests to walk through and learn about what makes these furniture pieces "green". Roberta Dehman Hershon, founder of Hope in Bloom, spoke about her foundation that provides gardens to anyone undergoing treatment for breast cancer.

Thanks to Whole Foods, our neighbor across the street, who provided delightful treats for the celebration. The Kunde Estate Winery, who we were introduced to at the Down to Earth expo last month, provided fabulous wine tastings. Taza, a local chocolate company, gave out samples of delicious chocolate.

Many local companies and individuals donated wonderful raffle prizes, with all the proceeds going to Hope in Bloom. Thanks to The Charles Hotel, The Chatham Bars Inn, Bella Sante, Maine Cottage, Winstons, jodi's jems, Finished Concepts, Gretta Luxe, Sorellina, MIchelle Madden and Christine Cellucci for providing such amazing prizes.

Home of the Year: November 2007

Circle celebrated Boston Globe Magazine's "Home of the Year" issue at a festive cocktail party held at the

Framingham showroom. Congratulations to Michael Doherty and Nancy Hackett who won the overall "Home of the

Year" award, taking home a $2500 gift card to Circle Furniture.

Andy Richards, Director of the Boston Ronald McDonald House, was on hand to receive a $3500 donation to set up a new and improved entryway area to the house. Circle designers are excited to donate their time and expertise to work their magic and create a warm and friendly reception area. Circle Furniture is proud to support the organization for their on-going efforts to improve the quality of life for children and families affected by serious illness.

Pink Party: October, 2007

Thanks to everyone who made the 2nd Annual Pink Party such a success on October 25th at the Cambridge Circle Furniture showroom. The store was packed with people helping to raise money to support the Ellie Fund, a local cancer charity. The raffle prices included weekends in Vermont at The Wildflower Inn and the Inn on Park Street as well as tickets to the 2008 Red Sox season. The Boston Globe again partnered with us on this event. Mike FM was spinning great tunes to get everybody in the spirit.  Circle Furniture loves to support local charities by hosting events in the store. If you have a charity/ non profit organization that needs a location for an event, call us. We'd love to hear your idea.

Boston Living Center: Donation, 2005

Circle Furniture participated in the Boston Living Center's Extreme Makeover in September/October 2005 by donating furniture.  The Boston Living Center provides support for those living with HIV/Aids in the Boston area.

Circle Furniture employees dropped off some furniture
late September.  Shown left to right: Erica Tubman,
Jessica Tubman, Jonathan Boyle, and Renee Rogers.

Hurricane Katrina Relief: Donation

In September 2005 Circle Furniture donated furniture to two Tulane University professors misplaced after Hurricane Katrina who are now living in Cambridge, MA.   In addition, Circle Furniture employee Erin (Acton store) and her friend Bean sewed a quilt.  Raffle tickets were sold at our September Warehouse Sale and all proceeds were donated to the Red Cross.

Circle's donation included a dining table, dining chairs,
an upholstered chair, a sofa, an Ekornes Recliner, and an
entertainment center! This quilt was sewn by a Circle employee and her friend.  All raffle proceeds were donated to the Red Cross.

Concord Library Donation, Concord, MA

Circle Furniture donated furniture for several rooms at the Concord Public Library in Concord, MA, which opened its doors in February 2005 after an eight month renovation.  Pieces donated included several upholstered chairs, game tables, storage ottomans, and occasional tables.

The Circle Furniture truck arrives at the library, ready to unload furniture.

Help 1Up, Nation-wide

Circle Furniture is one of the nation's first retailers to participate in the Help 1 Up program.  Help 1 Up collects furniture and other basic household items for those in need.  Circle Furniture customers may donate 1% (or more) of their total order; the donation will support one of Help 1 Up's local furniture banks.

Read the Furniture World Magazine press release (1/12/05).

New School of Music, Cambridge, MA

In the fall of 2004, Circle Furniture donated furniture to Cambridge's New School of Music.  Items donated include a sofa, coffee table, and oak bookcase.

Ronald McDonald House, Boston, MA

Circle Furniture supported the Boston area Ronald McDonald House in 2002 with furniture. The facility was furnished with beautiful, comfortable furniture for the many families that stay at the Ronald McDonald House. Thanks to partnering with several of our manufacturers, Circle Furniture was able to make this wonderful donation.

Circle Furniture donated lots of great New England-made
furniture, including chairs, tables, and more!